7th Annual Walk for Autism Expected to Draw Thousands to support Children and Families affected with ASD
On Saturday, April 23rd, 2016, countless people from the UAE community are anticipated to take part at the 7th edition, Camelicious Walk for Autism, an annual occasion organized to raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorders and to motivate the community to engage with children and adults on the spectrum and help them incorporate into society.
The 3 km Walk for Autism has been arranged by Child Early Intervention Medical Center every year in April since 2009. The occasion will be held at Zabeel Park from 5:00 PM-- 9:00 PM. Stroll for Autism is supported by governmental, corporate and healthcare organizations, including our Title Sponsors Camelicious.
Event assistance have likewise been generously received from Emirates NBD Bank, Show Tech, Desco, Byrne, Unikai, Simba Middle East, Coca Cola, Jeema, Almarai,, Kinder, Nutella, Bahlsen, Tiffany Biscuits, Mr. Krisp, Al Zahra Hosptial, Prime Hospital, American Center for Neurology, Zulekha Hospital, Cool & Cool, Dubai Drums, Majid Al Futtaim, Vox Cinemas, Tender Hearts, Tumble Time, Funky Monkeys, Chuck E Cheese's, Essentially Precise, Marriott Al Jaddaf, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Foodie Brands, Yumtingz, Bio Bean, Desert Chill,, Kono Pizza, Burger King, Automatic, 54 Diner.
Dr Hibah Shata, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Child Early Intervention Medical Center said, Many UAE residents are not aware of Autism. We believe it is our role to raise awareness and encourage the community to support individuals with Autism and inclusion in schools and in the society. Events such as the Walk for Autism serve to offer support to families of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders, particularly with kids on the spectrum. We are grateful to the organizations and health care companies who have joined our campaign to raise awareness about the signs of Autism and the significance of early medical diagnosis and early intervention, consisting of all of the schools and nurseries who are participating in this year's event and who have actually supported the initiative for addition in mainstream schools.".
"It is indeed an excellent honour for Camelicious to sponsor the Walk for Autism this year and assistance children and their families", she included.
Talking about supporting the biggest Walk for Autism in MENA region, Mr. Mutasher Al Badry, Deputy General Manager & Business Development Manager of Emirates Industry for Camel Milk and Products stated: "We are delighted to take part in this considerable event in order to highlight the importance of camel milk, which according to most current researches, has actually shown to induce major enhancement in the behavior of autistic children, particularly in terms of interacting socially and preserving visual contact".
The Walk for Autism 2016 will feature enjoyable and activities for the whole family, including health, educational and home entertainment activities such as performances by the Dubai Police band, Dubai Drums, music, arts and crafts, a talent show, children's online games, raffle draws and much more.
